BUK Direct Entry Screening Form Out – 2025/2026

Are you one of the eager candidates seeking admission into Bayero University, Kano through Direct Entry? Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming Online Screening Exercise, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the process.

Important Dates

The Online Screening Exercise is scheduled to take place from Monday, 20th November 2025, to Sunday, 7th January 2026. However, the deadline for printing the acknowledgment slip is midnight on Sunday, 14th January 2026.

BUK Eligibility Criteria

Only candidates who applied through JAMB for Direct Entry Admissions and selected Bayero University as their First Choice are eligible for the screening. Please note that providing false information may lead to disqualification, and candidates are allowed to submit a maximum of two different ‘O’ Level examination results.

O’ Level Results Upload

Candidates are advised to visit any JAMB Office or Accredited CBT Centre nearest to them to upload their ‘O’ Level results (such as WAEC, NECO, etc.) on the Central Admission Processing System (CAPS).

Approved National “O” Level Results

While all approved National “O” level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, and NBAIS) are acceptable for DE admissions, there are exceptions:

• NBAIS is only acceptable into B.A. Arabic, B.A. Islamic Studies, and B.A. Sharia in the Faculty of Arts and Islamic Studies.
• NABTEB is not acceptable into the Faculties of Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dentistry, and Allied Health Sciences.

BUK Application Process

Follow these simple steps to complete your application:

Step 1: Login

• Visit the official Bayero University website at www.buk.edu.ng.
• Click on “2025 DE ONLINE SCREENING EXERCISE.”

Step 2: Profile Update

• DE candidates should use their JAMB DE Registration Number, State, and Gender to log in.
• Fill in the provided form, ensuring that the uploaded photograph from JAMB is the only valid ID throughout your stay at Bayero University, Kano.

Step 3: Generation of BUK PPI

• Generate and download your Personalized Payment Invoice (PPI), which includes a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) for the sum of N2,000.00 as the screening cost.
• Choose to pay online using Credit/Debit Card or Internet Banking, or print the invoice and pay at any Commercial Bank.

FAQs

Is the BUK Direct Entry Screening Form for 2025/2026 out?

Yes, Bayero University Kano (BUK) has released the Direct Entry (DE) screening form for the 2025/2026 academic session. Interested candidates who applied through JAMB Direct Entry are expected to complete the online screening on the university’s official portal before the deadline.

Who is eligible to apply for the BUK Direct Entry Screening Form 2025/2026?

Candidates are eligible if they:

• Applied for BUK through JAMB Direct Entry.

• Possess at least Upper Credit in ND/NCE/IJMB/ or equivalent qualifications.

• Selected Bayero University Kano as their first choice institution.

• Have uploaded their academic results and relevant documents on the JAMB CAPS portal.

How can I apply for the BUK Direct Entry Screening Form 2025/2026?

To apply:

1. Visit the BUK Direct Entry screening portal at www.buk.edu.ng.

2. Log in with your JAMB DE number.

3. Fill in your details correctly and upload the required documents (O’level results, ND/NCE/IJMB certificates, etc.).

4. Make payment of the non-refundable screening fee via Remita.

5. Print out your acknowledgment slip as evidence of application.

Conclusion

Ensure you adhere to all guidelines to avoid disqualification. This comprehensive guide provides you with the necessary information to navigate the Bayero University, Kano Direct Entry Online Screening process successfully.